AUDITIONSAnnouncing Auditions for Ken Ludwig's "Leading Ladies" directed by Sheila Kelleher
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PERFORMANCES:
May 1, 2, 8, 9, & 16 at 7:30pm and May 3 & 17 at 2:00pm.
AUDITION INFO:
Auditions will consist of readings from the script. Sides are posted HERE.
Actors are asked to sign up for an audition slot via the link below. Slots will be for either Group 1 on the first night, or Group 2 on the second night. Auditions for roles with less character interactions will be done first so that some folks may leave when done.
To sign up, you must
1) complete the audition form;
2) upload resume and headshot; and
3) schedule your audition night's slot, all done HERE.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the 7:00pm start time to check in.
All conflicts must be indicated on the audition form as they will be taken into consideration during the casting process.
REHEARSALS:
Rehearsals will be Sundays and two weeknights based on certain cast availability. The first read-through will be Sunday, February 8th with the first rehearsal being Sunday, March 1st.
PLOT SUMMARY:
Leading Ladies, by Ken Ludwig, is a hilarious Shakespearean farce about two down-on-their-luck English actors, Jack and Leo, in 1958 Pennsylvania who discover a rich old lady leaving her fortune to her long-lost English nephews. The actors resolve to pass themselves off as her beloved relatives and get the cash. Hilarity ensues when it turns out the relatives are actually nieces and not nephews. The actors disguise themselves as the nieces, leading to mistaken identities, romantic entanglements (Leo falls for the niece Meg), a bumbling pastor (Duncan), and a chaotic plot involving cross-dressing and a makeshift performance of Twelfth Night, all while trying to claim the inheritance.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:
All roles are open to any ethnicity and gender identification. The age range listed calls for a performer who can play that particular age.
MEG SNIDER (female 25-35) - a young woman who dreams of a bigger world beyond York, PA. Meg is Florence’s niece – she’s vivacious, warm, loyal. She loves Shakespeare and dreams about being an actor. Engaged to Duncan. Intimacy notes: Meg kisses Leo and is kissed by Leo, and once by Duncan.
LEO CLARK (male 30-40) - a Shakespearean actor with a British accent (required) who masterminds the plot to steal Meg’s millions … until he falls in love with her. As Maxine, she’s a chic and flamboyant diva who commands the stage and all those around her. A comedic tour-de-force, this actor must be able to switch between genders and voices and be comfortable wearing women’s clothing. Intimacy notes: Leo kisses Meg.
JACK GABLE (male 30-40) - a Shakespearean actor with a British accent (required) who is the sweet, nervous, reluctant accomplice to Leo’s schemes. As Stephanie, she is shy and demure. This role requires great comedic timing, physical humor, and a willingness to do anything to win the love of Audrey. This actor must be able to switch between genders and voices and be comfortable wearing women’s clothing. Intimacy notes: Jack hugs Audrey repeatedly, is kissed by Audrey, Doc and Butch.
AUDREY (female 20/30) is a bubbly, optimistic young woman who is kind and gullible, but she’s trying to improve herself and her vocabulary. Attractive, very sweet and good-natured, she is pursued both by Butch and Jack. Strong comedic role requiring innocence and strong physical humor (she roller skates). Intimacy notes: Audrey is hugged repeatedly by Jack and kisses him.
DUNCAN WOOLEY (male 40-50) is the local minister, Meg’s fiancé. He’s a good man at heart, but he's rather fussy, set in his ways, scatter-brained, and lives in his own world. He disdains actors and is very suspicious of Leo and Jack. Requires comedic timing. He is mild mannered with occasional bursts of temper. Intimacy notes: Duncan kisses Meg once.
FLORENCE SNIDER (female - 70s) is Meg’s aunt and the richest woman in York. Florence is extremely crusty, opinionated, and is a tough old broad. She must switch quickly between sweetness and anger, as well as life and near death. Requires strong stage presence.
DOC MYERS (male 55 – 70) is the country doctor, a cantankerous, likeable curmudgeon that takes no guff from anyone and often spars with Duncan and Florence. He’s also the Chief Moose in the local Moose Lodge. Doc is a loving father to Butch. Intimacy notes: Doc tries to seduce Jack (as Stephanie), tries to kiss him.
BUTCH MYERS (male 30s) is a former high school football star. He isn’t the brightest bulb, but he is earnest and sincere with a good heart. He loves Audrey. Big-hearted and physically strong. Intimacy notes: Kisses Jack (as Stephanie).
Important to know, Though an intimacy coach will be utilized to coordinate scenes involving physical contact, you must be comfortable with the intimacy noted above.
For questions regarding auditions or if you are unable to attend either night of auditions, please contact the Director, Sheila.